This apt is located on Mansion Hill surrounded by historic houses. There is lake access near the building. Its near all the activity of downtown yet is in a quiet area where mostly professionals live. Basic uncluttered space, yet comfortable. Clean sheets, towels and blankets are provided. Your own private parking spot. There is a laundry room in bldg. Many kitchen items included. Hangers for clothes. Fast Wifi internet.

Guest Access

I will leave all of the kitchen utensils for cooking, but bring any special items you may need. There is free high speed Wifi internet.

Interaction with Guests

If Im not out of town working, I will meet you to show you the apt and then you are on your own and will have complete privacy.

The Neighborhood

Mansion Hill area is a great neighborhood and safe! James Madison park is nearby, Lake Mendota, the Capitol bldg 5 min walk. Monona Terrace and State Street 10 min walk, Univ of Wisc is about a 15 min walk.
Pinkus McBride Market is 5 min walk. Its a small shop, but has many convenience items at 301 N Hamilton St

Getting Around

Bus stop one block and there are city buses that run frequently to everywhere in the city and easy cheap bike rentals nearby. Its possible to walk to most places, but there are also plenty of taxis.

Other Things to Note

If you have any special needs or want to know about restaurants & places of interest, I can help. If you have any questions, please ask!

I stayed at Tim's apartment with my wife and adult daughter. It has a double bed and a pull out couch with an air mattress. I of course got the air mattress.
The description is spot on- the apartment is rough around the edges and it is an apartment building that is in desperate need of renovation. The bath tub had a slow drain-had to wiggle the cistern handle- positives too- the women loved the huge vanity mirror and we enjoyed a morning coffee on the small balcony with views of the lake and Capitol.
I didn't book the apartment to hang out there I booked it because of the location. It is a GREAT LOCATION to down town- farmers market, coffee shops, bars, lake etc. etc.
Parking is tight- so talk to Tim about that first.
Tim checked with me continually via text and e mail- also spoke on the phone. He left the key in an easy to find spot. He was very attentive - all worked out. Hotel room rates in downtown were $240 a night so this is the way to go.

Could not ask for a better location in Madison. Just down the road from UW campus, near the lake, running trails, in a great part of the city. Tim was great with communication and a gracious host. There was a slight scheduling snafu and I had to move apartments, but it was in the same building, and Tim moved my luggage. The only strange thing was that the parking spot I was assigned was occupied by his partner on my last night and I had to park on the street. I was confused about this and his partner's unwillingness to accommodate the paying guest.

The location of this apartment was fantastic! It was a quick walk to the Capitol area, as well as close to the lake! The vibe of the apartment was relaxing and very well lit with natural lighting. However, the apartment listing said that their would be 2 beds and there was only one. Also, there was a mix up with parking and in the middle of the stay I had to move my car which was a little stressful. But, the host was very communicative, and if there was ever a problem, he went through great lengths to communicate and solve the problem.

The host did not cancel this reservation- Rick canceled this reservation after seeing the apt. The description of the apt is clear-not luxury living and rough around the edges, but the great location makes up for all that.

The place was decent overall - great location, clean (although worn down, as the listing states), and private. The apartment we stayed in was not the one pictured, but it looked very similar (I'm guessing in the same building). Other than that the listing was accurate.

The only issue we had was the bed, which was extremely saggy in the middle. We realized it was sagging because the wooden frame was broken in half on one side, and the frame was supported by 4 milk crates. So we removed the milk crates and put the frame and mattress on the floor, which solved the problem.

Overall we were glad we stayed here because it was so convenient and centrally located.

About the Host, Tim

Originally from Wisconsin and have lived/worked in Alaska, Japan & Mexico. Lucky to have learned many wonderful things like tea ceremony, windsurfing and yoga. After many trips to India to learn with old yoga masters, I now enjoy sharing yoga with anyone who is interested. In Alaska I worked as a fisher, painter, tour guide mostly in the summer months. Graduated with BA in Geography from UW Madison, but mainly use it to travel. Mexico, Cuba and Guatemala have been my wintering grounds for some years. I seem to learn more from situations and people I meet. Life is too mysterious so why take it so serious! I often am laughing at myself for the things I do and think.........